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Record Funding for Communities in Government Relations Budget

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
With a record investment of $340.2 million in municipal revenue sharing (MRS), the 2024-25 Provincial Budget provides $556.9 million in direct support of Saskatchewan's municipalities. This is an...

Saskatchewan Making Investments to Secure Economic Growth

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
New Investment Attraction Initiatives Drive Trade, Innovation, and Job Growth The Ministry of Trade and Export Development budget will support Saskatchewan's economy by continuing to grow the...

Province Invests into SRC to Continue Innovative Research and Technology Work

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
The Saskatchewan Government's 2024-2025 budget allocation for the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) continues to display that investment into innovation and technology commercialization remains a...

Increased Investments Strengthen Saskatchewan's Mining and Energy Sectors

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
The 2024-25 Budget supports Saskatchewan's world-class natural resource industries through strategic investments in geoscience, oil and gas, and critical minerals.  "Saskatchewan's energy and...

BUDGET 2024-25: Classrooms, Care and Communities

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
Saskatchewan's 2024-25 Provincial Budget makes record new investments in classrooms, care and communities. Deputy Premier and Finance Minister Donna Harpauer today tabled a budget that includes...

Investing in Post-Secondary Education for a Growing Saskatchewan

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
In 2024-25, the Government of Saskatchewan is investing $793 million in the province's post-secondary sector, representing a 3.7 per cent increase from the previous year. This year's budget...

Record $3.3 Billion Education Budget Includes Largest Ever Increase of 8.8 Per Cent to Saskatchewan Schools

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
The Government of Saskatchewan is providing a record budget of $3.3 billion for the Ministry of Education. This is an increase of $247.8 million, or 8.1 per cent, over last year and supports...

$255.2 Million for Saskatchewan First Nation and Métis Communities

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
The 2024-25 Provincial Budget continues investment in First Nation and Métis communities throughout Saskatchewan. Approximately $255.2 million in targeted funding will be provided for First Nation...

Social Services Budget Supports Growing Needs of Saskatchewan People, Families and Children

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
The 2024-25 Budget for the Ministry of Social Services is $1.5 billion, which is an increase of $112.4 million, or 7.8 per cent, over 2023-24.  "The 2024-25 Social Services budget provides targeted...

Budget Delivers Record Investment in Agriculture

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
Saskatchewan's 2024-25 Budget supports Saskatchewan's agriculture industry through investments in programming for producers and agri-businesses, funding for agricultural research and enhancements...

$250 Million Budget Enhances Access to Justice, Public Safety

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
The 2024-25 Provincial Budget includes more than $250.0 million in funding for the continuation of important justice initiatives in Saskatchewan. "This budget builds on recent key legislative and...

Budget Invests More Than $730 Million in Community Safety

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
The 2024-25 Budget includes $641.0 million in funding for the Ministry of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety, $78.4 million in funding to the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) and $12.4...

New Investments in Parks and Recreation Benefit Saskatchewan People and Communities

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
Saskatchewan's provincial and regional parks will benefit from funding increases in the 2024-25 Provincial Budget through investments in capital improvements and ongoing maintenance. "As...

Sustainable Future: Environment's 2024-25 Budget Enhances Environmental Resilience

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
The Ministry of Environment's 2024-25 Budget emphasizes a commitment to environmental stewardship and resilience. "This year's budget focuses on the ministry's commitment to investing in our...

$741.0 Million Highways Budget Meets the Needs of a Growing Province

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
The Ministry of Highways' $741.0 million budget for 2024-25 will improve more than 1,100 kilometres (km) of highways, enhance safety, invest in strategic transportation routes and improve corridors...

Investments Made to Support Saskatchewan's Growing Workforce

Wed, 03/20/2024 - 22:25
The Ministry of Immigration and Career Training is supporting Saskatchewan's present and future workforce by investing in programs and services that strengthen Saskatchewan's labour force, connect...

Saskatchewan Invests $1 Million to Provide 150 Additional Training Seats Through the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission

Tue, 03/19/2024 - 20:15
The Government of Saskatchewan is investing an additional $1 million to increase the capacity for the development of skilled trades in the province.  This additional funding brings the total...

18.4 Per Cent Increase in Building Construction Investment Demonstrates Continued Growth in Saskatchewan

Mon, 03/18/2024 - 21:02
Province Sees Impressive Year-Over-Year Growth, Ranking Third in the Nation  Figures published today by Statistics Canada indicate that Saskatchewan ranks third in the nation for year-over-year...

Additional $35.2 Million for First Nation and Métis Organizations through Gaming Payments

Mon, 03/18/2024 - 18:00
Saskatchewan First Nation and Métis organizations have received an additional $35.2 million in gaming payments for a total of $127.6 million in 2023-24, thanks to the higher-than-forecast profits...

Celebrating March 18-23 as Social Work Week in Saskatchewan

Mon, 03/18/2024 - 18:00
The Government of Saskatchewan has officially proclaimed March 18-23 as Social Work Week in Saskatchewan. The theme for this year's celebration is Seven Points of Unity; Many Possibilities. "Every...

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